Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY: 

To create a flexible elementary program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

●        Teaches district approved curriculum using District curriculum and other District approved resources;

●        Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district;

●        Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil;

●        Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences;

●        Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.

●        Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere;

●        Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports;

●        Identifies student needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans;

●        Remains available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day;

●        Plans and coordinates the work of teacher aides, parents and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips;

●        Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student;

●        Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student work;

●        Complies with all rules, regulations and policies of the Governing Board.

●        Other job related duties as assigned.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATION:

●        Valid and Proper Arizona Certification

Pay Range is $41,500 - $58,500 plus performance pay of $4500 pending funding.  Aguila ESD also has a great benefits package as far as health care and Paid Time off.